All I know is that these sort of "must have gimmick items" will not be seen in use in Russian, Ukraine, Chinese, Mongolian or similar trainer's rooms. "Grassy" in Germany and arguably the best trainer of contortionists in Europe uses the old and well tried system as well.

"Gimmick" items are not what achieves flexibility; determination and dedication to gentle stretching will get you there without injury.

re: How do you use these, what are they what do they do x By miraclefrmheavn

On Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:59 PM

Edited by begstretcher2008 (197101) on 2008-07-15 00:00:33

Honestly, I haven't a clue how you would use those foot thingys. I do have a theraband, but do not use it in that fashion. I sure would hate to have to use the bathroom in a rush and have those contraptions on my feet. LOL!!!!

It says: "This classic physic-therapeutical training belt with strong pull is excellent to flex muscles, and to increase fitness, strength and flexibility. This belt is used by professional dancer's throughout the world primarily for increased leg flexibility."

i use those in dance all the time. they help in a lot of ways. the way she is using it in the picture is working her muscles more than stretching. becuase she has to hold her legs there intsead of letting the theraband snap her legs back together.